Miscanthus sinensis 'Malepartus' (Eulalia 'Malepartus')


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusMiscanthus
Speciessinensis
Cultivar'Malepartus'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2 - 5a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35 - (-29)
Temperature (°F)-30 - (-20)
Height1.5 - 2.5 m
Flowering PeriodAugust

Description and Growing Information

ShapeA bushy grass.
LandscapeWorks well as filler in flower borders and beds.
PropagationPropagate by seed or division in spring. Can be slow to establish.
CultivationGrow in any moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun, protected from excessive winter wet.
PestsNo serious pest or disease problems.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are arching, blue-green with a white midrib, turning burgundy in autumn.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are prolific, pink-tinged ageing to silver.

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